Day: January 25, 2025

FRSC rescues 13 victims,as 18 dead in fatal Tanker crash on Enugu road

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) successfully rescued 13 victims following a tragic tanker crash on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which occurred on January 25, 2024, and claimed 18 lives.   The accident was caused by brake failure on a petroleum-laden tanker, which crashed into a water tanker, 15 other vehicles, and a tricycle. A massive fire ensued, engulfing 11 of the vehicles and resulting in the tragic deaths of 18 victims who were burned beyond recognition.   FRSC rescue teams, along with local authorities including Enugu State Governor Bar. Dr.…

Empowering Enforcement and Compliance Officers: How CAC is Driving Corporate Accountability, By Lukman Laleye Babalola

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In an era where transparency and accountability are critical to economic growth and stability, the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has taken bold steps to redefine its role as a key regulatory agency in Nigeria. With the conclusion of a nationwide training program for its compliance and enforcement officers, the Commission has signaled its determination to strengthen corporate governance and tackle challenges undermining the country’s business environment.   Held at the Nigerian Bar Association auditorium in Abuja, the training underscored CAC’s commitment to enhancing its officers’ capacity to enforce regulations effectively.…

NISEng Chairman, Chinese Representative visit NASRDA to bolster Space Technology collaboration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Space Engineers (NISEng), Engr. Kayode Babalola, and the Chief Representative of the China Great Wall Industry Corporation (CGWIC), Mr. Peiyong Ao, paid a courtesy visit to the Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), Dr. Matthew Olumide Adepoju, on Friday, January 24, 2025.   The visit focused on strengthening the longstanding collaboration between Nigeria and China in space science and technology, which has spanned over two decades. Key discussions revolved around resolving outstanding issues in the partnership and…

NIMC partners RH-NHGSF to boost School Feeding Program with National ID Integration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has announced a strategic collaboration with the Renewed Hope National Home Grown School Feeding (RH-NHGSF) Programme to enhance the implementation of the Federal Government’s school feeding initiative. Under this partnership, every school child across the country will be enrolled and assigned a National Identification Number (NIN), a move aimed at ensuring inclusive access, improving transparency, and fostering accountability in the program. The initiative, driven by Engr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, the Director General/CEO of NIMC, and Princess Aderemi Adebowale, National Programme Manager of the RH-NHGSF Programme,…

CG Customs Decorates Senior Officers, Calls for Strong Leadership, Mentorship

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, on Wednesday, January 23, 2025, decorated newly appointed and promoted senior officers at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. The event, attended by friends, family, and colleagues, marked the conclusion of the 2024 promotion exercise.   During the ceremony, CGC Adeniyi congratulated the officers and emphasized the significance of their promotion. He highlighted the increased responsibilities that come with senior positions, urging the officers to operate at a strategic level where they will play key roles in decision-making and government…

JUST IN: Military Neutralizes Key Terrorist Leaders, arrests 224 Suspects, rescues hostages

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Armed Forces of Nigeria have intensified counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations nationwide, targeting not only terrorist groups but also their networks of collaborators and informants.   In a significant breakthrough in the North Central region, troops neutralized a notorious terrorist commander and arms dealer, Abu Mosaje, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. Additionally, a wanted kidnap kingpin, Babangida Gora Usman, was apprehended in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.   In another operation, troops arrested a notorious gunrunner, Timothy Yusuf, and his son, Timothy Obadiah, in…

Breaking News: NYSC empowers Corps Members with over N3.2 Million Business Grants

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has awarded over N3.2 million in business grants to five outstanding Corps Members, underscoring its commitment to promoting self-reliance and entrepreneurship among Nigerian youths.   At the grant presentation ceremony held at the NYSC National Directorate Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, the Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to partner with stakeholders in reducing graduate unemployment. He highlighted that supporting Corps Members’ entrepreneurial aspirations is a key aspect of his five-point policy thrust. The recipients of the grants, sponsored…

Tinubu and rhythm of restructuring By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Emporium Reporters

President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement to unbundle the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six geo-political zones is an important landmark in Nigeria’s journey towards true federalism and regionalism, which lies not in the constitutional or institutional structure, but in the society itself. This move will go a long way in addressing the historical imbalance in the distribution of national institutions as well as fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity among Nigeria’s diverse populations.   Ultimately, this development is a step towards addressing Nigeria’s deep-seated…

Edo Govt Partners Italian Delegation to Tackle Irregular Migration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Edo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo, has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the challenge of irregular migration among youths in the state.   This was disclosed on Friday in Benin City by Mrs. Edesili Anani, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, during a meeting with an Italian delegation led by Dr. Alberto Cilala, a consultant to the European Union and President of Mattei Africa for Humanitarian Aids Initiative in Italy.   Mrs. Anani emphasized the importance of the partnership, which she noted would…

Malaria Consortium seeks CAC’s Support to boost health interventions in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has pledged its commitment to providing seamless registration processes for foreign organisations operating in Nigeria. The Registrar-General/CEO of CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, gave this assurance during a courtesy visit by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Malaria Consortium (MC), Professor Wilfred Mbacham, to his office in Abuja. Magaji emphasized the strategic importance of the CAC in facilitating business operations in Nigeria and assured Malaria Consortium of the Commission’s full support in line with the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020. Speaking during…